Product Description
Overview
Blue Callistephus Flower Seeds grow into elegant, upright flowering plants admired for their rich blue, daisy-like blooms with full, fluffy centers. Commonly known as China Aster, Callistephus is prized for its long blooming season, excellent cut-flower quality, and wide range of garden uses. Perfect for borders, flower beds, patio containers, and floral arrangements, Blue Callistephus brings classic charm, bold color, and reliable performance to any garden space.
Features
Premium-quality, non-GMO Blue Callistephus Flower Seeds
Produces rich blue, full double China Aster blooms
Ideal for garden beds, borders, pots, and cut-flower gardens
Strong germination with upright, bushy flowering growth
Long blooming season from summer to autumn
Excellent vase life for bouquets and floral arrangements
Highly attractive to bees and beneficial pollinators
Low-maintenance and beginner-friendly annual flower
Specifications
Plant Type: Annual
Common Name: Blue Callistephus, Blue China Aster
Scientific Name: Callistephus chinensis
Variety: Blue Flowering Type
GMO Status: Non-GMO
Heirloom: Yes
Growth Season: Spring–summer to autumn
USDA Zones: 3–11
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile garden soil
Bloom Time: Mid-summer to autumn
Plant Height: 18–30 inches
Spacing: 10–14 inches
Watering: Moderate (keep soil evenly moist, not soggy)
Planting Guide
Sowing Method: Start indoors in trays or direct sow outdoors
Seed Preparation: No special treatment required
Sowing Depth: 1/8–1/4 inch deep
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Ideal Temperature: 18–24°C
Transplanting: Transplant when seedlings are strong and well-rooted